2002 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
