2004 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2004 AC Aceca and 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 257 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2004 AC Aceca 2004 Toyota Corolla
Make AC Toyota
Model Aceca Corolla
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3504 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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