2002 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 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 94 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 381 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
