2004 Mazda Demio vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Demio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Mazda Demio.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Demio | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
