2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | CC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
