2002 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 289 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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.2 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 | 1264 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
