2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Nissan Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commercial | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
