Mercedes B class 2014 vs Volkswagen Caddy 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Caddy is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes B class engine produces 12 HP less power than Volkswagen Caddy, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Volkswagen Caddy. Due to the lower power, Mercedes B class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.7 | 5.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.9 l/100km | 6.4 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes B class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes B class consumes 1.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Caddy, which means that by driving the Mercedes B class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 210 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes B class consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Caddy. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1350 km in combined cycle | 1170 km in combined cycle | |
| 840 km with real consumption | 930 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 98 mm (3.9 inches) | 159 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Caddy can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volkswagen Caddy version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Volkswagen Caddy 2010 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes B class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Volkswagen Caddy engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mercedes B klase 2014 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Mercedes B klase 2014 1.5 engine Volkswagen Caddy 2010 1.6 engine: The 1.6 TDI turbo diesel engine is generally reliable, which is especially reassuring given its frequent use in commercial vehicles. Even under heavy use, it can exceed 500,000 km, provided that maintenance is performed regularly and ... More about Volkswagen Caddy 2010 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.39 m | 4.41 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.86 m | |
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Mercedes B class is smaller. Mercedes B class is 1 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Caddy, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes B class is 30 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 488 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1547 litres | 3200 litres | |
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Volkswagen Caddy has more luggage space. Mercedes B class has 72 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Caddy. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Caddy (by 1653 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes B class is 0.1 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Caddy. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`985 | 2`159 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mercedes B class scores higher in safety tests, but Volkswagen Caddy is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes B class scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Mercedes B class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Caddy has serious deffects in 100 percent more cases than Mercedes B class, so Mercedes B class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 10 800 | 5400 | |
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