2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 769 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A5 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
