1999 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 14 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 166 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 171 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
