2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Caddy | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
