2000 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 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 245 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 3 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |