2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2005 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |