2004 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. 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 189 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | Drifter |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2499 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |