2008 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
