2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 166 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spark | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
