2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
