2002 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

2002 AC Aceca 2010 Nissan Altima
Make AC Nissan
Model Aceca Altima
Year Released 2002 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4595 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2675 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 76 L


 

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