2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| 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 | 2250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
