2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 173 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |