2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 40 L |
