2010 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1815 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | CC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1973 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
