2002 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 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 72 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 318 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | AC | Suzuki |
Model | Aceca | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |