2007 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Caddy | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
