2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Polo | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |