1997 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 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 71 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | CC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
