1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 2009 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Bigua | CC |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |