2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 491 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 15 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 | 1345 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
