2005 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 640 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Caravelle | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1245 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
