2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Vaneo | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |