Volkswagen Caravelle 1990 vs Volkswagen Touran 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 190 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 10.4 seconds | |
| Volkswagen Caravelle engine produces 40 HP less power than Volkswagen Touran, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Volkswagen Touran. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 | 7.9 | |
|
The Volkswagen Touran is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Caravelle consumes 3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Touran, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Caravelle could require 450 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 750 km in combined cycle | |
| 890 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 180 mm (7.1 inches) | 127 mm (5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Caravelle can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volkswagen Caravelle version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from three 4x4 versions of Volkswagen Caravelle 1990 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| 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: | 3 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3, Seat Altea, Seat Leon | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Touran might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volkswagen Touran 2004 2.0 engine: 2.0 FSI engine, part of the EA827 family, features a lightweight aluminum block with cast-iron liners and a unique timing system. A toothed belt drives the exhaust camshaft, while the intake camshaft is driven by a single-row chain, which also integrates with the variable valve timing mechanism. The timing regulator is ... More about Volkswagen Touran 2004 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.39 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.94 m | 1.65 m | |
|
Volkswagen Caravelle is larger. Volkswagen Caravelle is 40 cm longer than the Volkswagen Touran, 5 cm wider, while the height of Volkswagen Caravelle is 29 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 667 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
5400 litres | 1989 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Volkswagen Caravelle has 127 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Touran. This could mean that the Volkswagen Caravelle uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Caravelle (by 3411 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Caravelle is 0.5 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Touran, which means Volkswagen Caravelle can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`590 | 2`130 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 3000 | 1600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Volkswagen Caravelle has
|
Volkswagen Touran has
| |