2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |