2004 Honda City vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | City | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |