2007 Ford Five Hundred 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 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Five Hundred | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |