2000 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 45 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | CC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
