2003 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |