2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
