2000 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura MDX | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | MDX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2893 mm |