2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
