2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Passat and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 624 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (226 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |