2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
