2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 201 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | S | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
