2004 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |