2011 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 532 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | CC |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1748 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |