2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
