2009 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 313 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiguan | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |