2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
