2006 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1640 kg |
