2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |