2004 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan

To start off, both 2004 AC Aceca and 2004 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 231 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.

Because 2004 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 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2004 AC Aceca 2004 Dodge Caravan
Make AC Dodge
Model Aceca Caravan
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 3309 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 285 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1741 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 76 L


 

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