2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bantam | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
