2005 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Ford Econoline

To start off, both 2005 AC Aceca and 2005 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 815 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.

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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.

Compare all specifications:

2005 AC Aceca 2005 Ford Econoline
Make AC Ford
Model Aceca Econoline
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2325 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 2060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3510 mm


 

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