2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | CC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
