2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (206 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 439 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Caddy | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
