2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, both vehicles can yield 359 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nitro | CC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
