2000 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 125 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, 2008 Saturn Vue, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | AC | Saturn |
Model | Aceca | Vue |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |