2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 592 kg more than 2007 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
