2008 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 57 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.
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 Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Maxima | CC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |