2007 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 752 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Caddy | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Caddy | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |