2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |