2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Explorer | Lupo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 34 L |