1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 14 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 975 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Lupo | A7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2914 mm |
