2003 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
