2012 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 932 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Caddy | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2648 mm |
