2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 168 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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
