2006 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (182 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 540 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Corrado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |