2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
