2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
