2010 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Caddy | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
