2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 206 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
