2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 684 kg more than 2003 Saturn L.
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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Saturn |
| Model | Caddy | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
