2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 962 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
