2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 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 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1640 kg |
