2002 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | Boxter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2475 mm |