2009 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element 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. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Caravelle | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
