2001 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
