2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
