2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Citi | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
