2003 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 911 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
