Volkswagen Caravelle 1998 vs Volvo XC90 2003
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | n/a NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.5 seconds | 12 seconds | |
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Volvo XC90 is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Caravelle engine produces 13 HP less power than Volvo XC90. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Caravelle reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 | 8.3 | |
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The Volkswagen Caravelle is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Caravelle consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC90, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Caravelle over 15,000 km in a year you can save 120 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1060 km in combined cycle | 840 km in combined cycle | |
| 1260 km on highway | 1000 km on highway | ||
| Volkswagen Caravelle gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Volvo XC90 2003 2.4 engine: These diesel engines are frequently affected by intake manifold swirl flap seizures. This issue often leads to airflow disruptions and rough engine operation.
The actuator for the turbocharger, which relies ... More about Volvo XC90 2003 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.94 m | 1.74 m | |
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Volkswagen Caravelle is smaller, but higher. Volkswagen Caravelle is 1 cm shorter than the Volvo XC90, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Caravelle is 20 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 249 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 2404 litres | |
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Volkswagen Caravelle has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Volkswagen Caravelle has 291 litres more trunk space than the Volvo XC90. The Volvo XC90 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 12.7 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`610 | 2`720 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 3000 | 3600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.9/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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