2002 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 907 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
