2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 34 L |
