2012 Volkswagen CC vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 360 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen CC | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chrysler |
| Model | CC | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
