2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
