2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2001 Mazda Atenza 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Atenza weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2001 Mazda Atenza (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 2001 Mazda Atenza 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 Mazda Atenza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atenza | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
