2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | CC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
