2011 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 678 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
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, 2011 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 2011 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fusion | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusion | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
