2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 14 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caddy | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
