1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 316 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rasheen | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
