2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 796 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |