2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2005 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Odyssey | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
