2005 Smart ForFour vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForFour | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
