2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 806 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2006 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
