2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 278 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | CC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
