2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 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), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 511 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.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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2004 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Lupo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | 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 | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |