2002 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Lupo | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lupo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2860 mm |
