2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
