2003 Toyota Sienna vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2003 Toyota Sienna and 2003 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 733 kg more than 2003 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 Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Toyota Sienna | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Lupo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |