2007 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 925 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Caravelle | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |