1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 111 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Intimidator | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
