2002 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 BMW 318.
Because 2002 BMW 318 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 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 318 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
