1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 266 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
