2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 12 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 2012 Audi R8 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. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Lupo | R8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
