1999 Toyota Vitz vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Vitz | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitz | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
