1996 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 181 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caddy | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
