2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1172 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 Discovery 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 Discovery 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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |