2010 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Caddy and 2010 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Caddy | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
