2002 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Toyota Pod

To start off, both 2002 AC Aceca and 2002 Toyota Pod were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (407 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca. 2002 Toyota Pod has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2002 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 AC Aceca 2002 Toyota Pod
Make AC Toyota
Model Aceca Pod
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 302 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 430 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 48 L