2009 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |