2012 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 319 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2011 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Caddy | 2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
