2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 998 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (341 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
