2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2008 Volkswagen Caddy and 2004 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caddy | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
