2008 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | CC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |