1996 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Caddy | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
