2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |