2002 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Aceca | 407 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |