2008 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Neon and 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Neon | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
