2005 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus ES | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | ES | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |