2005 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Caddy | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Caddy | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |