1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 387 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lantra | CC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
