2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avalanche | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
