2001 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 7 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Aceca | G8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |