2005 Rover 25 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 25 | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 25 | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |