2005 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. Both 2005 Volkswagen Lupo and 2008 Renault Logan are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Logan weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Lupo | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
