2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 220 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 2012 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Lupo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
