2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 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 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | Lupo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1716 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |