2002 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Aceca | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |