2000 Acura RL vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (407 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RL | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
