2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
