2000 Kia Spectra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Spectra (99 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 412 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra.
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, 2000 Kia Spectra (146 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Spectra | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spectra | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
