2000 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | Aceca | IS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |