2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado

To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 14 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.

Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Subaru Tribeca 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Tribeca Corrado
Year Released 2009 1995
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3630 cc 2861 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L


 

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