2012 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A3 would be higher. Both 2012 Audi A3 and 2013 Volkswagen CC are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Audi A3.
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 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A3 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | CC |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |