2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2008 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
