2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Ford Maverick 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Maverick | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |