2009 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2009 Suzuki SX4 and 2009 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki SX4 | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | SX4 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
