1999 Toyota Avensis vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Avensis | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1640 kg |
