2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 504 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
