2004 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 733 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |
