1995 Volkswagen Parati vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 711 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volkswagen Parati | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Parati | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
