2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (99 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Yaris | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |