2005 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 949 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 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
