2006 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 233 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | IS | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
