2008 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 1 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Stavic.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Stavic | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stavic | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
