2004 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | AC | Avanti |
| Model | Aceca | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3410 mm |
