Renault Trafic engine produces 20 HP less power than Volkswagen Caravelle, whereas torque is 60 NM less than Volkswagen Caravelle. Despite less power, Renault Trafic reaches 100 km/h speed 3.2 seconds faster.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volkswagen Caravelle engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
8 years
8 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 11 other car models, including Volvo V40, Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Volvo S40, Mitsubishi Carisma
Used only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Trafic might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
no
yes
The Volkswagen Caravelle engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.78 m
4.79 m
Width:
1.90 m
1.84 m
Height:
1.94 m
1.94 m
Renault Trafic and Volkswagen Caravelle are practically the same length.
