2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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. Both 2000 Volkswagen Lupo and 2009 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lupo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
