2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 134 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 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Caddy | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Caddy | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |