2010 Volkswagen CC vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen CC and 2010 Volvo XC60 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 424 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 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen CC | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | CC | XC60 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |