1999 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 219 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
