2001 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Caddy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |