1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 984 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corrado | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
