2003 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 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 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
