2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |