2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Picanto | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Picanto | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |