2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Caddy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |