2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2000 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Lupo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 34 L |