2001 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Lupo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
