2005 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
