2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 746 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Caddy | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |