2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
