2003 Toyota Prius vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 273 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Prius | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prius | CC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
