1999 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | C6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |