2003 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8

To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (238 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 172 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Aceca 2002 Mazda RX-8
Make AC Mazda
Model Aceca RX-8
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 2616 cc
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 301 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1338 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 61 L


 

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