2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 26 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | CC |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |