2006 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (172 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caddy | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
