2007 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 5700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
