1999 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Aceca | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
