2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
