1999 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Espace 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace, 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 Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
