2007 BMW X5 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 16 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1090 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 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
