2002 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 AC Aceca. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2002 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 284 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Aceca | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
