2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2013 Volkswagen CC are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 487 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Equinox | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |