1999 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 340 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Astro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |