1999 AC Aceca vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Aceca | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
