2002 Honda Saber 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 Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saber | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
