2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
