2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 710 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Caddy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |