1999 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 628 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | CC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
