2004 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Lupo | Titan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1042 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
