1995 Nissan President vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 377 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan President | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | President | CC |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2708 mm |