2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3203 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commercial | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 5510 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
