2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle

To start off, both 2005 Lotus Elise 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 2,461 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 989 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.

Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotus Elise 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
Make Lotus Volkswagen
Model Elise Caravelle
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 1796 cc 2461 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 250 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 896 kg 1885 kg
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 3330 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 6.8 L/100km