2002 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Clio | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Lupo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |