2003 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1246 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |
