2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Lupo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1716 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |