1999 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caddy | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
