2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 937 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (191 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1640 kg |
