1997 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
