2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Caddy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |