2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo

To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.

Because 2001 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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