2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Audi S6

To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Caddy 2010 Audi S6
Make Volkswagen Audi
Model Caddy S6
Year Released 2008 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 435 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 2035 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4915 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2847 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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