2007 Maserati GT vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 Maserati GT. 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 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GT | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |