1996 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 16 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, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 448 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | Caravelle | Altea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1192 kg |
