2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 397 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | CC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
