2000 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Rainier |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |