2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 773 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
