2003 Honda Fit vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit.
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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Caddy |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |