2004 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca. 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
