2000 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1640 kg |
