1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A4 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Caddy
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1850 mm


 

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