2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
