2000 Volkswagen AAC vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 2000 Volkswagen AAC has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen AAC | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AAC | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 765 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
