2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
