2005 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TSX | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |