2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |