2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
