2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | CC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
