1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Lupo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
