1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 97 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
