2006 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 224 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 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 | 1206 kg | 982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
