2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1951 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 2010 Ford F-250 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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 2010 Ford F-250 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. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Lupo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 854 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 115 L |
