1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C3 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
