2000 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1323 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
