1999 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
