2008 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ka 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 2,461 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 919 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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 (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ka | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
