2004 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |