2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 664 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Lupo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |