2000 AC Aceca vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 128 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (218 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Aceca | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
