2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
