2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
