2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 762 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Caddy | Contour |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |