2001 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Lupo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |