1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 72 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ballade | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
