2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 729 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
