2004 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC 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 201 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Saturn SC, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Aceca | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
