2009 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 16 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
