2003 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
