2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |