2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1002 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (400 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
