2000 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 13 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 121 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 195 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
