2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon.
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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |