2003 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 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 189 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
