1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 1997 Toyota Avensis and 1997 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Avensis | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Caddy |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |