2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 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 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
