2003 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 194 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, both vehicles can yield 130 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1100 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
