2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 108 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
