2008 Scion xD vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Scion xD 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Scion xD.
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 Scion xD (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Scion xD | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Scion | Volkswagen |
| Model | xD | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
