2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
