2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 599 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Lupo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 854 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
