2001 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 580 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Lupo | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2788 mm |
