2009 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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2009 Infiniti M | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | M | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |