2005 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
