2003 Renault Be Bop 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 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
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 (315 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Be Bop | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
