2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
