2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
