2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Traverse | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |