1999 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (315 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 436 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
