2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 267 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
