1999 Chrysler Java vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Java and 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Java. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Java. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Java weights approximately 394 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Java, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Java. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Java.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Java | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Java | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
