2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |