1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3010 mm |
