2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC. 2013 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | CC |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |