1996 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Caravelle | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2708 kg |
