2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 877 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | CC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
