2010 Volkswagen CC vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen CC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen CC would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 202 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 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen CC | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | CC | 740 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |