2004 Volkswagen GTI vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen GTI | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTI | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
