1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 852 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Corrado | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
