2003 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 142 L |
