2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CR-V | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1640 kg |
