2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Defender | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
