2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Cayenne | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |