1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. Both 1996 Porsche 993 and 2013 Volkswagen CC are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 356 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2013 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Porsche 993 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 993 | CC |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2711 mm |