2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, both 2004 Volkswagen Polo and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,421 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.

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 Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volkswagen Polo 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Caddy
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1421 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 148 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.1 seconds 17.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1204 kg 2004 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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