2009 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |