2011 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 55 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.
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 CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | CC |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1560 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |