2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 543 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
