2000 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2000 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | E-Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 150 L |