2006 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picanto | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| 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 | 2000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
