2010 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 307 kg more than 2010 Audi A8.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
