2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Because 2005 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti FX | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | FX | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |