2000 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
