1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
