2003 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70. 2013 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | C70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
