2003 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (286 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 814 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 555 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3440 mm |