2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 393 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |