2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Fiesta (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
