2007 BMW 328 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
