2004 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2004 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 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV, 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 1996 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2004 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2004 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1996 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | APV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
