2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 34 L |
