2002 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon. 2007 Toyota Avalon 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. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
