1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |