2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 368 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2460 cc |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |