1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
