2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Q7 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |