2001 AC Aceca vs. 2003 BMW X Activity
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 2 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 118 more horse power than 2003 BMW X Activity. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X Activity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2003 BMW X Activity | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | X Activity |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
