2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Convertible | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
