2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Caddy | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
