2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1491 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
