2000 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 934 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |