1997 Renault Twingo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 157 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo.
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, 1997 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Twingo | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twingo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
