2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cavalier | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
