2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |
