2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 787 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |