1999 AC Aceca vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
