2000 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
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, 2012 Renault Megane, 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
