2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
