2011 Volkswagen CC vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Volkswagen CC | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | CC | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |