2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
