2001 Toyota Opa vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. Both 2001 Toyota Opa and 2012 Volkswagen CC are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 283 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Opa | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Opa | CC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
