2007 Toyota Avalon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 952 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avalon | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avalon | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
