2011 Acura ZDX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura ZDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura ZDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 2011 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura ZDX | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZDX | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
