2000 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | CC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |