2000 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
