2000 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 482 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Corrado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |