2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (400 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
