2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 562 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Caddy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |