2000 Ford Equator 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 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Equator | CC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2720 mm |
