2006 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M5 | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
