2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.

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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz A 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Mercedes-Benz Volkswagen
Model A Caddy
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 19.9:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 15 seconds 20.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1532 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 60 L


 

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