2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 636 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.
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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Lupo | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
