2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |