2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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2008 Acura TL | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | CC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |