2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 999 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |