2005 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
