2002 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | Frontier |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |