2012 Volkswagen CC vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen CC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen CC would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 395 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen CC | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | CC | A7 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
