2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 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. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 145 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elantra | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
