1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
