2007 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |