2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avancier | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
