1999 AC Ace vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1999 AC Ace 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 Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave. 2010 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
