2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 146 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia 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 Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Lupo | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.9 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 | 854 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2473 mm |
