2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Impreza and 2005 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
