2002 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
