2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 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. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 66 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
