2000 Acura TL vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 732 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | CC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
