2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touareg | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
