2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
