2000 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 4 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 274 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2004 Holden Cruze 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2004 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
