2009 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Quest | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |