2000 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 1 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
