2005 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 372 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |