1999 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
