2004 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
