2005 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, both 2005 AC Aceca and 2005 Scion tC 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 2005 Scion tC | |
Make | AC | Scion |
Model | Aceca | tC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |