2000 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, both 2000 AC Aceca and 2000 Citroen Xanae were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 476 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae, 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | Xanae |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |