2006 Proton Satria 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 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Proton Satria (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2008 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 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Proton Satria | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Satria | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
