2004 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |