2012 Volkswagen CC vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen CC | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Vauxhall |
| Model | CC | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2470 mm |
