2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2000 Chrysler Viper 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 2000 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
