2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Porsche Volkswagen
Model 911 Caddy
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3824 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 288 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 60 L


 

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