2005 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Altima | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
