2009 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 350 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Caravelle | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
