2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2008 Volkswagen Caddy and 2005 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 197 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caddy | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
