2009 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ka 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |