2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Lupo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1716 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 16.8 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 | 970 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |