2003 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Audi RS4
To start off, 2004 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 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, 2004 Audi RS4 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2004 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
