2007 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Caddy | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
