2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 60 L |
