2005 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X3 | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
