2005 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2005 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2005 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
