2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2011 Nissan Xterra and 2011 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. 2011 Nissan Xterra 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. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Xterra | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xterra | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
