2003 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 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 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | C6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1815 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 |