2001 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1513 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Excursion | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Excursion | CC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |