2012 Volkswagen CC vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | CC | Forester |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
