2008 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 350Z | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
