1999 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 558 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Aceca | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
