2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
