2000 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2000 Lexus GS 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 677 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 2000 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Lexus GS | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | GS | Lupo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |