2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX 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 DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | DrifterX | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
