2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1009 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 (190 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| 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 | 144 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
