2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tacoma | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
