2009 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
