2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 366 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |