2002 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 11 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 AC Aceca. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2002 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 408 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2774 mm |
