1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |