2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 198 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1365 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 | 9.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |