1991 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 374 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corrado | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2861 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
