1988 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
| Model | Corrado | 9 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
