2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2001 Peugeot 206 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 73 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Lupo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |