2003 Peugeot 607 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 607 | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 607 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
