2000 Audi TT vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 340 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.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 2000 Audi TT (226 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
