1999 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 324 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Caravelle | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
