1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
