2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 269 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Lupo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
