2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 249 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elise | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
