2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
