2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 248 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2460 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |