2002 AC Aceca vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | X3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |