2005 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 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, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2005 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2005 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
