2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (207 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Highlander | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
