2009 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 993 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. 2013 Honda Civic 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. 2013 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Caddy | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
