2004 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
Because 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2004 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus GS | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | GS | CC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |