2006 Saturn ION vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | ION | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
