2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |