2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 579 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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, 2007 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Caddy | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
