1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 256 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
