2006 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Matrix and 2006 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 348 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Matrix | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matrix | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.2 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 | 1326 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
