2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 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 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
