2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2,460 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
