1998 Nissan Serena vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 1998 Nissan Serena and 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Serena | 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Serena | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1640 kg |