2001 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 87 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 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Lupo | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Lupo | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |