2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Highlander | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2460 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 301 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |