1999 AC Ace vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 681 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1999 AC Ace 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 1999 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Venza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |