2004 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercury |
| Model | Caddy | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
