2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commercial | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
