1998 Toyota Previa vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 632 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Previa | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2437 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
