2003 Honda City 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 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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 (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | City | Lupo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |