2004 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
