1999 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Caravelle | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |
