1999 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 8 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 326 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravelle | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
