2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Verada | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1640 kg |
