2009 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 571 kg more than 2010 Lancia Phedra.
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, 2010 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Caddy | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
