2007 BMW 335 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 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 335 | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |