2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2003 Toyota Avensis and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Caddy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |