2004 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |