2004 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 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 173 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Aceca | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |