2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Because 2003 Holden Berlina 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 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlina | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
