2001 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 12 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 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
