2004 AC Aceca vs. 2004 MG TF

To start off, both 2004 AC Aceca and 2004 MG TF 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 143 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2004 AC Aceca 2004 MG TF
Make AC MG
Model Aceca TF
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4600 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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