2001 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 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 | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
