2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
