2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 736 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elise | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
