2001 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 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 119 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | V50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |