2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Golf and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
