2004 AC Aceca vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
