1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
