2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |