2004 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda HR-V | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |