2000 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 2 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 198 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75, 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Aceca | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
