2004 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2004 AC Aceca and 2004 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Matrix, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Matrix. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2004 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Aceca | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
