2005 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 860 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Caddy | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
