2001 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Rover 25
To start off, 2002 Rover 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2002 Rover 25. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 25, 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2002 Rover 25 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Aceca | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
