2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Lupo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 86 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |