2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1640 kg |
