2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 406 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
