1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,461 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1885 kg |