2000 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |