2005 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Elan would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 442 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Elan, 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1999 Kia Elan | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca | Elan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
