2007 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | QX56 | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |