2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (207 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | CC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
