2004 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 9 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2004 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 318 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
