2006 Rover 45 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 399 kg more 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 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
