2004 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 298 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
