2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
