2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 524 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |