2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 297 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Legacy Caddy
Year Released 2007 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 237 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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