2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 854 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
