2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
