1999 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Crew | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crew | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
