2004 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 427 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestar | CC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |