2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 331 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.

Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota RAV4 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model RAV4 Caddy
Year Released 2007 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2362 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1686 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km