2012 Volkswagen CC vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen CC | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | CC | Sharan |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |