1996 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Caddy | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
