2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 915 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 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | CC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2432 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
