2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,461 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 428 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3330 mm |
