2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Volkswagen CC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 822 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 2009 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Z4 | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |