2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 34 L |
