2004 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3050 mm |
