2000 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 979 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2000 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Aceca | Escalade |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |