2003 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 524 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
