1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 187 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cavalier | Touran |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |