1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 227 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Durango | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | CC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |