2003 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | CC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
