1999 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 630 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 Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caddy | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1633 mm |
