2007 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 449 kg more than 2010 Audi Q5.
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, 2010 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Caravelle | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
