2009 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 302 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | MDX | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |