2003 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2003 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |