2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |