1999 Isuzu VX-02 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 1999 Isuzu VX-02 and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 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, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu VX-02 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 1999 Isuzu VX-02 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Isuzu VX-02 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu VX-02 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | VX-02 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
