2008 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. 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 601 kg more than 2010 Nissan Tiida.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Caravelle | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
