2003 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 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), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 818 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca. 2011 Dodge Durango 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. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Durango |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
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 | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |