2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 517 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
