2007 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | MDX | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |