2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Durango and 2000 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,687 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (400 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4687 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
