2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Sebring 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 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 406 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 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sebring | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
