2003 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | MPV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |
