2006 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caddy | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
