2005 Chrysler Concorde 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 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 2005 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Concorde | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
