2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 970 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
