2000 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti is newer by 6 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 145 more horse power than 2006 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 214 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
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, 2006 Kia Amanti, 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Aceca | Amanti |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |