2000 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | CLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6207 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |