1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 139 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corrado | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
