2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2120 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 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Excursion | Corrado |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |