2002 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 45 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, 2008 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Aceca | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
