2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |