2006 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caddy | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
