2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 302 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Navara | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Navara | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |