2005 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
