2005 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
