1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 549 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.
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, 2012 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Lupo | Carens |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
