2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 694 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lupo | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
