1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 266 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Caddy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |