2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acadia | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
