2006 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |
