1999 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 168 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
