2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |