1999 Infiniti G20 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti G20 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 60 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti G20. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 196 kg more than 1999 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti G20. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti G20 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | G20 | CC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
