2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 940 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B4000 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
