1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
