2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
