2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 724 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
Because 2007 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ascari |
| Model | Caddy | A10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2636 mm |
