2012 Volkswagen CC vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen CC and 2012 Chevrolet Optra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 637 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen CC | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | CC | Optra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
