2004 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 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 198 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |