2005 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Caddy | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
