2012 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus LFA would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA. 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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lexus LFA | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | LFA | CC |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 479 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |