2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado

To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 770 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi Allroad 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model Allroad Corrado
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2480 mm


 

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