2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | AAC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 309 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
