2003 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 826 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2003 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |