2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Caddy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |