1996 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravelle | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1240 kg |
