2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
