2001 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 311 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Polo | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
