2008 Suzuki Alto vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Alto 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Alto | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alto | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1059 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
