1996 Venturi 400 vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 2009 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi 400 | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | CC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
