2007 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Ford Escape 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Escape | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |