2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
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 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
