2005 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 162 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caddy | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
