1988 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
