2006 Volkswagen Fox vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 124 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Fox | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fox | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
