2003 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1142 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca. 2013 Ford Expedition 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. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |